Hemavathi - Amarapuram, Sri Sathya Sai
Hemavathi is a village situated in the Amarapuram mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Amarapuram and around 150 km from Anantapur. Hemavathi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hemavathi is 595375. The village covers a total geographical area of 3732 hectares and falls under the 515286 pincode. Hindupur is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Hemavathi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hemavathi
As per Census 2011, Hemavathi village has a total population of 8,910 people, consisting of 4,570 males and 4,340 females. The village has 1,876 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 869 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,859 literate and 4,051 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,876 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hemavathi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,910 | 4,570 | 4,340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 869 | 443 | 426 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,876 | 958 | 918 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 4,859 | 2,821 | 2,038 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,051 | 1,749 | 2,302 |
Nearby Villages of Hemavathi
Hemavathi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Doddabanagere | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Sivaram | East | 4.02 km |
| Nidragatta | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Naragondanahalli | South | 5.31 km |
| Vardapura | West | 5.52 km |
| Gandihalli | South-West | 5.75 km |
| Chikkabanagere | South-West | 6.15 km |
| Hosakote | West | 6.22 km |
| Veerabommana Halli | East | 6.29 km |
| Chiratahalli | North-West | 7.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hemavathi
Hemavathi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Challakere, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindupur to Hemavathi is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Hemavathi is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hemavathi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hemavathi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hemavathi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hemavathi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hemavathi
Where is Hemavathi located?
Hemavathi village is located in Amarapuram Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hemavathi?
Hemavathi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hemavathi?
The pincode of Hemavathi is 515286.
What is the population of Hemavathi?
Hemavathi has a total population of 8,910, including 4,570 males and 4,340 females.
How many households are there in Hemavathi?
There are 1,876 households in Hemavathi.
What is the literacy rate in Hemavathi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hemavathi is 54.53%. Male literacy is 61.73% and female literacy is 46.96%.